Bais Yaakov Early Learning Center @ Smith Avenue
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.2 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 1 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Maryland's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Maryland caps infant ratios at 1:3, toddler ratios at 1:3, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Maryland EXCELS Level 1 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 89
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jan 15, 20266 Findings6 Important
- LS Was Informed That Room 103 Teacher Has Been Absent Since 12/10/2513A.16.03.05B
LS was informed that room 103 teacher has been absent since 12/10/25. The director stated that a qualified teacher has been covering this room since 12/10/25 but this specialist observed a substitute in charge. A new teacher's name has not been listed on room 103 staffing pattern. Corrected on site
- The Director Has a Substitute Log but It Is Missing Information for Substitutes in Multiple Classrooms Today13A.16.03.05E
The director has a substitute log but it is missing information for substitutes in multiple classrooms today. LS observed aides subbing for teachers in room 120 and East Wing 1. Corrected on site when the director completed the log for today. The director also created a paper log to be used by staff
- LS Was Informed That Room 103 Teacher Has Been Absent Since 12/10/2513A.16.06.13C
LS was informed that room 103 teacher has been absent since 12/10/25. The director stated that a qualified teacher has been covering this room since 12/10/25 but this specialist observed a substitute in charge. The director stated that teacher listed on a staffing pattern will return at the end of t
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Aides with 5 Infants From Room East Wing 113A.16.07.06A
Licensing specialist observed two aides with 5 infants from room East Wing 1. This specialist observed two aides with 4 infants in room 120. Corrected on site when the director completed a substitute log.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Aides with 5 Infants From Room East Wing 113A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Licensing specialist observed two aides with 5 infants from room East Wing 1. This specialist observed two aides with 4 infants in room 120. Corrected on site when the director completed a substitute log.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Aides with 5 Infants From Room East Wing 113A.16.08.02B
Licensing specialist observed two aides with 5 infants from room East Wing 1. This specialist observed two aides with 4 infants in room 120. Corrected on site when the director completed a substitute log.
Oct 27, 20258 Findings8 Important
- LS Observed Missing Parental Agreements for Multiple Children. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.03D
- LS Observed Missing Health Inventory Part 2 for One Child. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.04D(3)
- LS Observed Missing Verification of Age and Medical Evaluations for Multiple Staff Members. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.05C
- The Office Has Not Been Notified About the Age Group Change in Room 127; Room 127 Is Listed as Twos' Room on The…13A.16.03.06E(2)
The office has not been notified about the age group change in room 127; room 127 is listed as Twos' room on the license but LS observed 4 toddlers there. Correct immediately.
- LS Observed 4 Toddlers in Room 127 with a Teacher and an Aide. Room 127 Is Approved for Twos Only. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.07A
- LS Observed a Large Tire and a Wooden Platform at the Playground Adjacent to the Parking Lot. Correct Immediately.13A.16.05.12C
- LS Observed Trash Scattered Around the Playground by the Parking Lot. Correct Immediately.13A.16.05.12D
- LS Observed Missing Seats From the Outdoor Spinner Located at the Playground Behind High School. Correct Immediately.13A.16.05.12E